Explained: Why Trump's Russia sanctions bill could hit India with a massive 100% tariff
Jul 30, 2026, at 10:54 am
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday commented on the proposed Russia sanctions bill, which has cleared the US Senate and could potentially affect India through a fresh wave of tariffs, media reports said.
CM Vijay's metro ride sparks frenzy as fans crowd Chennai stations
Jul 29, 2026, at 11:14 pm
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay drew enthusiastic crowds on Wednesday as he travelled on the Chennai Metro to review its operations, with hundreds of fans gathering at stations for a glimpse of the actor-turned-politician.
Jul 29, 2026, at 09:51 pm
A sharp confrontation erupted in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday after Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi alleged that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had "ordered firing" on protesters during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led agitation.
Bengal police seize Rs 20 crore cash, 15 kg gold in major sand mafia crackdown
Jul 29, 2026, at 07:39 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Police on Wednesday recovered around Rs 20 crore in cash, with counting still under way, and approximately 15 kg of gold during a raid on the alleged hideout of suspected illegal sand mining operator Tullu Mondal, also known as Mohd Nazibuddin, in Birbhum district, according to sources.
After CJP and E20 Janta Party, ‘Reservation Hatao Andolan’ goes viral with 5.9M Instagram followers
Jul 29, 2026, at 06:20 pm
India’s latest youth-led online debate is moving beyond examination reforms and paper leaks, with a rapidly growing social media campaign now putting the country’s reservation system at the centre of discussion.
'Highest priority': India responds as 13 seafarers remain trapped at Ukraine's Chornomorsk Port
Jul 29, 2026, at 05:38 pm
The Indian Embassy in Ukraine on Wednesday confirmed that the government is in constant touch with all concerned authorities after reports emerged that 13 Indian seafarers are stranded aboard a cargo vessel at Ukraine's Chornomorsk port amid continued drone and missile attacks in the Black Sea.
India strengthens naval power: Cochin Shipyard launches 7th ASW vessel 'Machilipatnam'
Jul 29, 2026, at 05:14 pm
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) on Wednesday marked another significant milestone in its shipbuilding programme with the launch of 'Machilipatnam', the seventh Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) in a series of eight vessels being built for the Indian Navy.
Made-in-Assam ice cream goes global! First-ever Purabi consignment reaches Bhutan
Jul 29, 2026, at 04:12 pm
The first international consignment of Purabi Ice Cream from Assam has been exported to Bhutan, marking a significant milestone for the state's dairy industry and opening new avenues for value-added dairy exports from the North Eastern Region.
Farmers storm Bhopal! Traffic crippled as protest over MSP intensifies
Jul 29, 2026, at 04:04 pm
Bhopal/IBNS: Traffic was disrupted while schools and colleges remained shut as protesting farmers marched into Madhya Pradesh's capital, Bhopal, after continuing their protest march overnight, according to media reports.
Jul 29, 2026, at 03:35 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court has given a clean chit to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh in the coal block allocation scam case, nearly two years after his death, according to media reports.
Jul 29, 2026, at 03:07 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's choice of words sparked an uproar in the lower house of Parliament on Wednesday, with members of the ruling NDA accusing him of using "unparliamentary language" during a debate on the anti-paper leak bill.
Assam flood death toll climbs to 75; Over 3 lakh still affected as relief efforts intensify
Jul 29, 2026, at 01:51 pm
Guwahati/IBNS: The death toll in the devastating floods in Assam has climbed to 75, with more than three lakh people still affected by the natural calamity, according to media reports.
'You are simply useless': Kangana Ranaut hits back at CJP's Saurav Das in fresh Instagram attack
Jul 29, 2026, at 01:09 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Actor-MP Kangana Ranaut has renewed her attack on the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), taking a fresh swipe at its spokesperson Saurav Das after he claimed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) parliamentarian is not taken seriously even within her own party.
Jul 29, 2026, at 10:14 am
Three Indian nationals who were allegedly held captive for ransom by a gang comprising four Pakistani nationals and an Indian were rescued by Thai police from a rented house in Pattaya, according to media reports.
Jul 29, 2026, at 12:12 am
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday dismissed a plea seeking the removal of Additional DCP (North-East) Sandeep Lamba from supervising a court-directed police inquiry, holding that allegations against an officer cannot by themselves establish bias or justify presuming guilt.
13 Indian seafarers trapped in Ukraine port as drone, missile attacks intensify
Jul 28, 2026, at 11:44 pm
Thirteen Indian seafarers are trapped aboard a cargo vessel at Ukraine's Chornomorsk port, with their union warning that the crew is facing a "terrible and life-threatening situation" amid continuing Russian missile and drone attacks in the Black Sea region.
CJP threatens fresh nationwide stir, says SC order could be 'weaponised' against protesters
Jul 28, 2026, at 10:38 pm
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Tuesday threatened to relaunch its nationwide agitation, alleging that a Supreme Court order allowing investigations into existing FIRs could be "weaponised" to harass peaceful protesters despite the Centre's assurances that no action would be taken against them.
Kangana Ranaut's 'Generation Gutter' jibe draws CJP fire: 'Even BJP doesn't take her seriously'
Jul 28, 2026, at 09:39 pm
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has hit back sharply at BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut over her controversial "Generation Gutter" remarks, saying she lacks seriousness as a politician and alleging that even members of her own party do not take her seriously.
Game changer! India's first direct container train to Nepal cuts time and costs
Jul 28, 2026, at 05:07 pm
Indian Railways on Tuesday announced a major milestone in strengthening India-Nepal freight connectivity with the successful operation of the first-ever direct commercial container freight train from Kolkata Port to Biratnagar Customs Yard in Nepal.
Assam floods: Death toll stays at 68 as over 5.24 lakh continue to battle deluge
Jul 28, 2026, at 02:10 pm
Guwahati/IBNS: The death toll from the devastating floods in Assam remained at 68 on Tuesday, with the overall situation showing marginal improvement even as more than 5.24 lakh people continue to be affected across the state, according to media reports.
Jul 28, 2026, at 01:17 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Delhi Police over its crackdown on Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protesters, stressing that any inquiry would be meaningless unless responsibility for the alleged excesses was fixed, media reports said.
'They don't understand the language of Gen Z': CJP fires back after viral victory dance row
Jul 28, 2026, at 12:45 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das has strongly defended the group's celebratory dance following Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, saying the backlash reflects an inability to understand the "language of Gen Z".
Jul 28, 2026, at 11:36 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has claimed that the central government shared notifications issued by Bihar and Assam withdrawing FIRs against NEET protesters after a marathon meeting between the two sides.
Jul 28, 2026, at 12:47 am
Mumbai-based model Rhiya Ahir, who became a symbol of protest after standing in front of a police van carrying detained demonstrators, has approached the cyber police alleging online threats, harassment and abuse following her viral act.
Hero's welcome for Dharmendra Pradhan in Parliament after resignation over NEET row
Jul 27, 2026, at 10:00 pm
Former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan received a rousing welcome from BJP and NDA MPs when he arrived at Parliament on Monday, two days after stepping down following weeks of nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak controversy.
CJP warns of fresh protest over ‘breach’ of no-police-action agreement
Jul 27, 2026, at 09:26 pm
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has threatened to resume its protest as early as Tuesday, alleging that the government has failed to honour an understanding on police action against protesters detained during weeks of demonstrations across the country.
Madras HC scraps govt jobs for Karur stampede victims’ families, cites recruitment rules
Jul 27, 2026, at 05:59 pm
Chennai/IBNS: The Madras High Court on Monday cancelled the Tamil Nadu government’s decision to provide public employment to the families of those who died in the Karur stampede, putting the appointments made as part of the relief measures under judicial scrutiny.
IndiGo flight with 194 onboard makes emergency landing in Rajkot after smoke detected in cargo hold
Jul 27, 2026, at 05:39 pm
Rajkot/IBNS: An IndiGo flight carrying 194 passengers made an emergency landing at Rajkot airport in Gujarat on Monday after the crew detected smoke in the aircraft’s cargo hold, according to sources.
Why a rocket scientist, Aadhaar architect and IIT director are rebuilding India’s exam system
Jul 27, 2026, at 04:29 pm
A rocket scientist, the architect of Aadhaar and the director of an IIT may appear to have little in common with examination administration. Yet their selection for a task force set up to overhaul India’s examination system reveals how dramatically the government is now viewing the problem.
Bihar cop suspended after viral AK-47 firing video during NEET protest crackdown
Jul 27, 2026, at 03:04 pm
Patna/IBNS: A Bihar Police constable has been suspended after a video purportedly showing him firing an AK-47 rifle during a crackdown on NEET protesters in Bihar's Siwan district went viral on social media, according to media reports.